NAIROBI, Kenya – July 8, 2025
In a bold and controversial proposal, governance expert and political economist Professor Fred Ogolla has called for the formation of a Transitional Government to steer Kenya toward the 2027 General Elections — urging President William Ruto to relinquish the remainder of his term in return for amnesty over alleged economic crimes and crimes against humanity.
Speaking through a strongly worded press statement released on Monday, Prof. Ogolla said the country had reached a “critical turning point”, accusing the Ruto administration of gross misgovernance and politicization of vital sectors such as healthcare and education.
“We cannot stand by and watch Kenya deteriorate any further,” Ogolla declared. “We will appeal to President Ruto to cede his remaining term in office, taking a half-term in exchange for amnesty.”
He characterized the current leadership’s style as “Politics First, Economy Last,” laying blame for growing youth unemployment, mismanagement of public funds, and erosion of the rule of law squarely at the feet of the executive.
Describing the crisis as fundamentally economic, not political, Ogolla emphasized the need for a leadership shift that prioritizes national interest over political patronage.
To support his call, the professor invoked the Doctrine of Necessity, referencing Kenya’s past reliance on non-traditional governance frameworks — including the 2007 National Accord and the 2022 NADCO process — both of which emerged from moments of intense public pressure and political impasse.
“We are not asking for a coalition or a broad-based government,” he clarified. “We are calling for a Transition Government comprised of eminent Kenyans who will hold the country in trust and oversee the preparation of free and fair 2027 elections.”
While the proposal is unprecedented, it is expected to ignite fierce debate across political and legal spheres. Critics may view the call as unconstitutional or destabilizing, while supporters may see it as a necessary intervention amid rising discontent.
Professor Ogolla’s move positions him at the center of a rapidly evolving national discourse — one that touches on the essence of governance, justice, and democratic accountability in Kenya’s future.
By Were Kelly
